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İstanbul governor clarifies 'public alcohol ban' circular

İstanbul governor clarifies 'public alcohol ban' circular

The governor's office has clarified that there was not a decision to ban alcohol consumption and its earlier statement was a "reminder" for the implementation of the existing rules. However, the phrase "prevention of alcohol sales and consumption" in the initial statement was notably absent in this clarification.

Turkey increases special consumption tax on alcohol, tobacco by 47.4 percent

Turkey increases special consumption tax on alcohol, tobacco by 47.4 percent

The Special Consumption Tax (ÖTV) levied on alcoholic beverages and tobacco products has been increased by 47.4 percent. That being the case, the amount of tax to be paid for a pack of cigarettes has been increased from 9.76 to 14.39 lira.

‘What does the ban on alcohol sales have to do with coronavirus outbreak?’

PARLIAMENTARY QUESTION BY HDP

‘What does the ban on alcohol sales have to do with coronavirus outbreak?’

HDP İstanbul MP Kenanoğlu has asked Vice President Oktay a series of questions regarding the de facto ban on alcohol sales during the 17-day full lockdown even though the Interior Ministry’s circular does not refer to such a ban.

Reports: Turkey bans alcohol sales during weekend curfews

Reports: Turkey bans alcohol sales during weekend curfews

Social media users lashed out at the ruling party after reports that shops that are allowed to stay open during curfews are banned from selling alcoholic drinks.

9 December 2020

Half of Alcoholic Beverage Expenses Goes to State

Half of Alcoholic Beverage Expenses Goes to State

Responding to the parliamentary question of Sezgin Tanrıkulu, parliamentarian of CHP (Republican’s People Party), the Ministry of Health provided information about alcohol consumption, alcoholic beverage taxes, and those receiving treatment because of using drugs and alcohol between 2012-2014 in Turkey.

Commission Passes Alcohol Restriction Bill

Commission Passes Alcohol Restriction Bill

A parliamentary commission on planning and budget passed a bill draft bill that envisioned a series of limitation on public alcohol use in Turkey, including in commercials and youth festivals.